Judge Frank Caprio, renowned for his compassion in Rhode Island courts , has died at the age of 88, his son, David Caprio, said in a social media post Wednesday.

Caprio, a former judge for the Providence Municipal Court, died following a bout with pancreatic cancer, according to a statement posted to social media .

"Beloved for his compassion, humility, and unwavering belief in the goodness of people, Judge Caprio touched the lives of millions through his work in the courtroom and beyond," the statement reads. "His warmth, humor, and kindness left an indelible mark on all who knew him."

"It was the love and support he received from all of you that lifted his spirits and boosted his soul to find the strength to fight on and outlive his diagnosis by a year and a half," David Caprio

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